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Bendigo Military MuseumDocument, Post WW2
... ...Both Wars...Document service Both Wars Gordon TILL's personal service history as a Signaller in 1/8 Battalion Royal Warwickshire Regiment WWI & 1st Mobile Coy, Australian Forces WWII. 36 pages. ...Refer also to Cat No 3551.3.Gordon TILL's personal service history as a Signaller in 1/8 Battalion Royal Warwickshire Regiment WWI & 1st Mobile Coy, Australian Forces WWII. 36 pages.document, service, both wars -
Chiltern Athenaeum TrustCartridge Shells x 4 (German Mauser and Australian SLR) WW1 and WW2, era 1905 onward
... 2 x 8mm cartridge shells to suit Mauser - German made. 2 x 7.62mm to suit Australian SLR. Used in both wars, WW1 and WW2. ...Used in Australia with SLR Rifles WW1and WW2 7.62mm. used in both WW1 and WW2 by German and Australian troops. 8mm shells german made both ww1 and ww2 7.62mm australian slr 2 x 8mm cartridge shells to suit Mauser - German made. 2 x 7.62mm to suit Australian SLR. Used in both wars, WW1 and WW2. Cartridge Shells x 4 (German Mauser and Australian SLR) WW1 and WW2 ...Used in German made Mauser in both WW1 and WW2. 8mm. Used in Australia with SLR Rifles WW1and WW2 7.62mm. used in both WW1 and WW2 by German and Australian troops. 2 x 8mm cartridge shells to suit Mauser - German made. 2 x 7.62mm to suit Australian SLR. Used in both wars, WW1 and WW2. 8mm shells, german made, both ww1 and ww2, 7.62mm australian slr -
Chiltern Athenaeum TrustA Lead Bullet : Boer and WW1, Circa 1899
... 1 x Lead bullet utilised in both Boer War and WW1. ...Chiltern Athenaeum Trust 57 Conness Street Chiltern high-country Type of shell used in both Boer and WW1 campaigns 1899 through to 1918 WW1 and Boer War Boer War 1899 Lead Bullet 1 x Lead bullet utilised in both Boer War and WW1. ...Type of shell used in both Boer and WW1 campaigns 1899 through to 1918WW1 and Boer War1 x Lead bullet utilised in both Boer War and WW1. boer war 1899, lead bullet -
Frankston RSL Sub BranchService Ribbons
... WW1 and WW2 service ribbons, service ribbons from both world wars...Frankston RSL Sub Branch 183 Cranbourne Road Frankston mornington-peninsula WW1 and WW2 service ribbons, service ribbons from both world wars Service Ribbons ...WW1 and WW2 service ribbons, service ribbons from both world wars -
The 5th/6th Battalion Royal Victoria Regiment Historical CollectionWeapon - INNOC: Lee Enfield .303
... Weapon used by the Allied forces during both wars...The 5th/6th Battalion Royal Victoria Regiment Historical Collection 202 Burwood Rd Hawthorn melbourne Weapon used by the Allied forces during both wars .303 Lee Enfield fixed to the wooden board and bolted onto the wall Weapon INNOC: Lee Enfield .303 ...Weapon used by the Allied forces during both wars.303 Lee Enfield fixed to the wooden board and bolted onto the wall -
Canterbury History GroupBook, Gunson, A.G, A Brief History of the Canterbury Congregatonal Church 1891-1977
... History of the Canterbury Congregational Church with early photographs of the church , windows and lists of members who served in both World Wars....Canterbury History Group 190A Canterbury Road Canterbury melbourne Canterbury Canterbury Congregational Church Canterbury Road Stained Glass Clergy Churches Honour Boards Gunson> A.G World War 1914-1918 World War 1939-1945 History of the Canterbury Congregational Church with early photographs of the church , windows and lists of members who served in both World Wars. ...History of the Canterbury Congregational Church with early photographs of the church , windows and lists of members who served in both World Wars.canterbury, canterbury congregational church, canterbury road, stained glass, clergy, churches, honour boards, gunson> a.g, world war 1914-1918, world war 1939-1945 -
Returned Nurses RSL Sub-branchNewspaper - Newspaper clipping, [Ballarat Courier], War medals shared by husband and wife, [1979]
... Mr and Mrs Allen traveled to Puckapunyal Army Camp where a canteen was named after Mr Allen. Both the Allens served in World War II. Mrs Allen was a nurse with several units in Malaysia....A newspaper clipping of a large black and white photo of a woman and a man looking at each other, both wearing war medals, with a title and caption...[blue ink, along top of the photo] A newspaper clipping of a large black and white photo of a woman and a man looking at each other, both wearing war medals, with a title and caption War medals shared by husband and wife Newspaper Newspaper clipping [Ballarat Courier] ...Mr and Mrs Allen traveled to Puckapunyal Army Camp where a canteen was named after Mr Allen. Both the Allens served in World War II. Mrs Allen was a nurse with several units in Malaysia.A newspaper clipping of a large black and white photo of a woman and a man looking at each other, both wearing war medals, with a title and caption'BALLARAT COURIER.' [blue ink, along top of the photo]ww2, wwii, les allen, bull allen, jean elizabeth floyd, jean allen -
Bendigo Military MuseumHonour Board - EMU CREEK S.S 228 HONOUR BOARD WW1, Post WW2
... The roll covers both World Wars. ...The roll covers both World Wars. Honour Board EMU CREEK S.S 228 HONOUR BOARD WW1 ...HONOR Roll Board, timber curved top with carved symbols of wattle & crossed rifles, sides are Doric columns. The roll covers both World Wars. “S.S.228.EMU CREEK, Roll of HONOR, 1914.......1918”civic mementoes - honour boards, military history-service records, emu creek -
Ballarat Heritage ServicesPhotograph - War memorial, Clare Gervasoni, Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial, 11/03/2017
... Designed in 2004 by sculptor Peter Lambert the memorial honours more than 35,000 Australians held prisoner of war during the Boer War, both world wars and the Korean War....Ballarat Heritage Services PO Box 2209 Bakery Hill Post Office goldfields Designed in 2004 by sculptor Peter Lambert the memorial honours more than 35,000 Australians held prisoner of war during the Boer War, both world wars and the Korean War. Prisoner of war Ballarat Priosner of War Memorial war memorial Landscape featuring the Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial. ...Designed in 2004 by sculptor Peter Lambert the memorial honours more than 35,000 Australians held prisoner of war during the Boer War, both world wars and the Korean War.Landscape featuring the Ballarat Prisoner of War Memorial. The memorial includes a 130 metre long wall of highly polished granite engraved with the names of all Australian prisoners of war. The paving stones at the centre of the path are cut in the shape of railway sleepers to symbolise the prisoners' journey. prisoner of war, ballarat priosner of war memorial, war memorial -
Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub BranchBook, "The Changing of the Guard"
... Pictorial record of incidents that occurred during both World Wars...Dandenong/Cranbourne RSL Sub Branch 44 – 50 Clow Street Dandenong melbourne Pictorial record of incidents that occurred during both World Wars world war 1 ww1 world war one world war 2 ww2 world war two Reproduced from Official and other photographs of the two World Wars. ...Pictorial record of incidents that occurred during both World WarsLarge Green Leather covered book with Gold Australian Coat of Arms on front.Reproduced from Official and other photographs of the two World Wars. Published under the auspices of the Board of Management of the Australian War Memorial. Contains Dedication - To the men and women of the Empire who in every hour of danger , face the storm … who in their willing sacrifice are bearing the brunt of a struggle for the peace and security of all peoples.world war 1, ww1, world war one, world war 2, ww2, world war two -
Ballarat RSL Sub-Branch Inc.Diary
... With reference to the dates of the end of both theatres of war....Second World War (WW2) 1939 - 1945 Literature Ballarat RSL Ballarat Start date =4/8/1944; Finish date = 8/7/1945. With reference to the dates of the end of both theatres of war. ...This object relates to Walter Alfred CROMPTON. He was born on 18/01/1907 in Ballarat, VIC. Walter Alfred served in the RAAF (55568) enlisting on, 09/05/1942 in Ballarat, VIC before being discharged from duties with the AIR FORCE HQ (DPS) as a RAAF Non-Commissioned Corporal (CPL) on 18/10/1946. Walter Alfred CROMPTON was not a prisoner of war. His next of kin is Myra CROMPTON.Start date =4/8/1944; Finish date = 8/7/1945. With reference to the dates of the end of both theatres of war.second world war (ww2), 1939 - 1945, literature, ballarat rsl, ballarat -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Pamphlet, Medal Information, 24/04/2010
... A description of medals issued for both World Wars as well as other wars in which Australians have fought...Whitehorse Historical Society Inc. 2-10 Deep Creek Road Mitcham melbourne A description of medals issued for both World Wars as well as other wars in which Australians have fought Medals World War 1914 - 1918 World War 1939 - 1945 A description of War Medals Medal Information Pamphlet Herald Sun ...A description of War Medalsnon-fictionA description of War Medalsmedals, world war 1914 - 1918, world war 1939 - 1945 -
Greensborough Historical SocietyDocument - Report, Rosie Bray, Remembrance Day 11 November 2015, 11/11/2015
... Report of Remembrance Day Service, and Dedication of Time Capsule, both at War Memorial Park Greensborough on 11 November 2015...Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Report of Remembrance Day Service, and Dedication of Time Capsule, both at War Memorial Park Greensborough on 11 November 2015 remembrance day 2015 greensborough war memorial park greensborough rsl 1 p. with photographs Remembrance Day 11 November 2015 Document Report Rosie Bray ...Report of Remembrance Day Service, and Dedication of Time Capsule, both at War Memorial Park Greensborough on 11 November 20151 p. with photographsremembrance day 2015, greensborough war memorial park, greensborough rsl -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Buttons, Military Buttons
... The buttons marked Australian Military Forces were used by Australian troops in both World War One and World War Two ...Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc. 2 Gilles Street (south of Merri St) Warrnambool great-ocean-road The buttons marked Australian Military Forces were used by Australian troops in both World War One and World War Two These buttons are of interest as examples of those used in the Australian Army during the first half of the 20th century, army Australan Military Forces AUSTRALIAN MILITARY FORCES Two large sized circular bronze buttons featuring a raised map of Australia, a crown and text. ...The buttons marked Australian Military Forces were used by Australian troops in both World War One and World War Two These buttons are of interest as examples of those used in the Australian Army during the first half of the 20th century,Two large sized circular bronze buttons featuring a raised map of Australia, a crown and text. A loop on the reverse was used for attaching the button. Five medium sized brass buttons otherwise identical to the ones above. Nine small sized buttons otherwise identical to the ones above. AUSTRALIAN MILITARY FORCESarmy, australan military forces -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Newspaper - ANZAC COLLECTION: BENDIGO ADVERTISER APRIL 25, 2015, 15th April, 2015
... Newspaper pages from Bendigo Advertiser, showing memorials to personnel who were involved in Armed Services in both World War 1 and World War 2. Memorials placed by family members commemorating their ancestors from the Bendigo region who served....History House 11 Mackenzie Street Bendigo goldfields NEWSPAPER Bendigo advertiser anzac memorial Anzac centenary Bendigo Advertiser Newspaper pages from Bendigo Advertiser, showing memorials to personnel who were involved in Armed Services in both World War 1 and World War 2. Memorials placed by family members commemorating their ancestors from the Bendigo region who served. ...Newspaper pages from Bendigo Advertiser, showing memorials to personnel who were involved in Armed Services in both World War 1 and World War 2. Memorials placed by family members commemorating their ancestors from the Bendigo region who served.Bendigo Advertisernewspaper, bendigo advertiser, anzac memorial, anzac, centenary -
Lake Bolac & District Historical SocietyBlack and white photograph, Swagman
... These 'swaggies' often had regular, seasonal 'runs' which they would follow, returning to the same hamlets and farms at the same time every year to ask for minor chores in order to earn a meal or to obtain some flour, tea and sugar. After both wars, the numbers of swaggies increased as returned soldiers, who couldn't settle to (or couldn't find) regular employment, took to the roads....These 'swaggies' often had regular, seasonal 'runs' which they would follow, returning to the same hamlets and farms at the same time every year to ask for minor chores in order to earn a meal or to obtain some flour, tea and sugar. After both wars, the numbers of swaggies increased as returned soldiers, who couldn't settle to (or couldn't find) regular employment, took to the roads. ...Swagman, travelling through the Lake Bolac district. These 'swaggies' often had regular, seasonal 'runs' which they would follow, returning to the same hamlets and farms at the same time every year to ask for minor chores in order to earn a meal or to obtain some flour, tea and sugar. After both wars, the numbers of swaggies increased as returned soldiers, who couldn't settle to (or couldn't find) regular employment, took to the roads.lake bolac, swagman -
Diamond Valley Vietnam Veterans Sub-BranchBook - n/a, The Vietnam Years (From the Jungle To the Australian Suburbs)
... The authors presentation of the years of the Vietnam War both in Vietnam and in Australia....Diamond Valley Vietnam Veterans Sub-Branch melbourne The authors presentation of the years of the Vietnam War both in Vietnam and in Australia. One of many books written about the Vietnam War (Australia). vietnam vietnam war diamond valley vietnam veterans sub branch Cover of the book has at the top, a picture of Australian soldiers in Vietnam; at the bottom presents pictures of activities in Australia at same time of pictures of anti-war protestors. ...The authors presentation of the years of the Vietnam War both in Vietnam and in Australia.One of many books written about the Vietnam War (Australia).Book, Paperback - The Vietnam Years (from the jungle to the Australian suburbs) by Michael Caulfield; Published 2007.Cover of the book has at the top, a picture of Australian soldiers in Vietnam; at the bottom presents pictures of activities in Australia at same time of pictures of anti-war protestors. The book tile rests in the middle of the cover: The Vietnam Years. From the jungle to the Australian suburbs. The authors name is at the very bottom of the cover: Michael Caulfield. vietnam, vietnam war, diamond valley vietnam veterans sub branch -
Bendigo Military MuseumBook - BOOK, WW1, Peter Stanley, Bad Characters, 2010
... Some were criminals. Some were both. Leading war historian Peter Stanley reveals the citizen soldiers the army regarded as bad characters....Some were criminals. Some were both. Leading war historian Peter Stanley reveals the citizen soldiers the army regarded as bad characters. books-biography military history-army Bad characters Title: Bad Characters, Sex, Crime, Mutiny, Murder And The Australian Imperial Force. ...Many were ANZAC Heroes. Some were criminals. Some were both. Leading war historian Peter Stanley reveals the citizen soldiers the army regarded as bad characters.Title: Bad Characters, Sex, Crime, Mutiny, Murder And The Australian Imperial Force. Soft cardboard cover, with black & red printing on front, spine & back. Mottled yellow with light grey print background. Front cover displays sepia photo of a group of ten soldiers in uniform. Back cover displays sepia colour photo of a group of soldiers, some in uniform. 286 pages, cut plain paper, illustrated in black & white, photos, line drawings & lithographs.books-biography, military history-army, bad, characters -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Badgesx7, Military " Australia"
... War One. The curved AUSTRALIA insignia was frist used in 1902 and was worn by soldiers in both World Wars One and Two....War One. The curved AUSTRALIA insignia was frist used in 1902 and was worn by soldiers in both World Wars One and Two. ...These are Australian Army shoulder badges and appear to date from World War One. The curved AUSTRALIA insignia was frist used in 1902 and was worn by soldiers in both World Wars One and Two.These shoulder badges are an important memento of World war One and the part played in it by Australian soldiers..1. .2 Bronze inverted shallow arch enclosing AUSTRALIA The reverse has a two small rings through which a brass double pronged pin with loop at one end is passed. .3 As for .1 and .2 except that the reverse has two small brass pins inserted into the two rings. .4 Smaller but identical with .1,.2,.3 except that there is only one small brass pin inserted in one ring on the reverse. .5, .6,.7 Identical with .4 except there are no pins on the reverse.AUSTRALIA -
Kiewa Valley Historical SocietyBook - Book- Photos, Australia - A Camera Study by / Frank / Hurley
... He participated in trips to Antartica and was an official photographer with the Australian forces during both world wars. This book was first published in 1955....He participated in trips to Antartica and was an official photographer with the Australian forces during both world wars. This book was first published in 1955. ...Frank Hurley (1885-1962) was an Australian photographer and adventurer. He participated in trips to Antartica and was an official photographer with the Australian forces during both world wars. This book was first published in 1955.Photographs include the Hume Reservoir, Mt Buffalo and the Alpine High Country of Mt Kosciusko. (pages 140-144) All are associated with the type of country at each end of the Kiewa River. The Kiewa River flows into the Murray River just below the Hume Dam and Mt Buffalo and Mt Kosciusko are part of the Alpine High country near the Bogong High Plains. Clare Roper lived on a farm in the Kiewa Valley.Blue hard cover, bound book with the title in gold at the top. 208 pages. Mostly Black & white photos but some coloured.Inside back of first page - written 'Clare Roper'frank hurley photographer, australian photography, clare roper -
Bendigo Military MuseumManual - RANGE TABLES, 1) c. 10.2.1943, .2) 8.5.1948
... Both manuals are “British War Office publications”...Bendigo Military Museum 37 - 39 Pall Mall Bendigo goldfields Both manuals are “British War Office publications” Manuals Artillery range tables .1) On front in blue, “118/31”, inside on first page, “RANDALL R.G - BHQ”. .2) On front cover in black, “143/68” .1) Manual Range Tables Artillery, Part 2 1943, khaki covers, 88 pages, all print, sketches in black and white, rear has fold out section. .2) Manual Range Tables, Part 1, QF 25 PDR Guns, marks 2 & 3 1948, Lower register shooting, red covers, 116 pages, all print and sketches in black and white, rear has fold out section, 3 other lose sections inside. ...Both manuals are “British War Office publications”.1) Manual Range Tables Artillery, Part 2 1943, khaki covers, 88 pages, all print, sketches in black and white, rear has fold out section. .2) Manual Range Tables, Part 1, QF 25 PDR Guns, marks 2 & 3 1948, Lower register shooting, red covers, 116 pages, all print and sketches in black and white, rear has fold out section, 3 other lose sections inside..1) On front in blue, “118/31”, inside on first page, “RANDALL R.G - BHQ”. .2) On front cover in black, “143/68”manuals artillery, range tables, -
Warrnambool RSL Sub BranchPewter Tankard (One of Pair), 1942
... Stevens served in both wars and was discharged in July 1942.. The tankards were probably presented to Lt. ...Stevens served in both wars and was discharged in July 1942.. The tankards were probably presented to Lt. ...The pewter tankard is part of a set of two that were presented to Lt. Col. L.G. Stevens of the 4th Light-horse Regiment. The Regiment was part of the Australian Military force in the First World War (WW1). At the end of WW1 the regiment was disbanded and it was re-raised in the 1920's as a part-time unit in the Shire of Corangamite, South Western Victoria. In World War 2 the 4th Light-horse Regiment was mechanised and became the 4th Motor Regiment. Lt.Col. Stevens served in both wars and was discharged in July 1942.. The tankards were probably presented to Lt. Col. Stevens at his retirement from the service. The set of two pewter mugs is of historic significance because of its connection to WW2 and the AIF. It indicates the relationship between Officers and Men of the regiment. It is of local significance as Lt. Col. Stevens was born and lived in Warrnambool, South Western Victoria. Pewter tankard (one of two) height 13mm circumference 3mm, ornate broken C handle height 9 mm, inscription on front, hall mark on base, mild tarnish, Inscription on front "PRESENTED TO LIEUT COL L.G. STEVENS ED. By the Officers of the 4th MOTOR REGIMENT 1.5.42 Hallmark on base "Crown & Rose" CAST PEWTER, CREST CROWN & ROSE3 surrounded by FIDE IN LONDONpewter tankards, world war 1, first world war, ww1, light horse regiment, 4th motor regiment, australian military force, aif, corangamite, 1942, world war 2, ww2 -
Warrnambool RSL Sub BranchPewter Tankard (One of Pair), 1942
... Stevens served in both wars and was discharged in July 1942.. The tankards were probably presented to Lt. ...Stevens served in both wars and was discharged in July 1942.. The tankards were probably presented to Lt. ...The pewter tankard is part of a set of two that were presented to Lt. Col. L.G. Stevens of the 4th Light-horse Regiment. The Regiment was part of the Australian Military force in the First World War (WW1). At the end of WW1 the regiment was disbanded and it was re-raised in the 1920's as a part-time unit in the Shire of Corangamite, South Western Victoria. In World War 2 the 4th Light-horse Regiment was mechanised and became the 4th Motor Regiment. Lt.Col. Stevens served in both wars and was discharged in July 1942.. The tankards were probably presented to Lt. Col. Stevens at his retirement from the service. The set of two pewter mugs is of historic significance because of its connection to WW2 and the AIF. It indicates the relationship between Officers and Men of the regiment. It is of local significance as Lt. Col. Stevens was born and lived in Warrnambool, South Western Victoria. Pewter tankard (one of two) height 13mm circumference 3mm, ornate broken C handle height 9 mm, inscription on front, hall mark on base, mild tarnish, Inscription on front "PRESENTED TO LIEUT COL L.G. STEVENS ED. By the Officers of the 4th MOTOR REGIMENT 1.5.42 Hallmark on base "Crown & Rose" CAST PEWTER, CREST CROWN & ROSE3 surrounded by FIDE IN LONDONpewter tankards, world war 1, first world war, ww1, light horse regiment, 4th motor regiment, australian military force, aif, corangamite, 1942, world war 2, ww2 -
Melbourne LegacyMagazine, The Tapis. The War Widows Guild of Australia (Vic) Inc, 2020
... Both organisations helped war widows in various ways....Both organisations helped war widows in various ways. A record of the work done by the War Widows Guild (Vic). ...Spring edition of The Tapis, the magazine newsletter of the War Widows Guild (Vic). The Victorian Guild closed in 2021. Some items were donated to the Legacy archive for preservation. It was possible for a widow to be members of both Legacy and the War Widows Guild. Both organisations helped war widows in various ways.A record of the work done by the War Widows Guild (Vic).Colour printed x 20 pages of The Tapis newsletter issue No 288, Spring 2020.war widows guild, wwg -
The 5th/6th Battalion Royal Victoria Regiment Historical CollectionBook - The History of the Victorian Scottish Regiment and the 5th Infantry Battalion, Esprit De Corps
... The Book includes an account of the 5th Battalion at Gallipoli and the Western Front in WWI, the inter-war years, and the 2/5th Battalion in WWII in Libya, Greece, Syria and New Guinea. Includes Roll of Honour for both World Wars and Honours and Awards....The 5th/6th Battalion Royal Victoria Regiment Historical Collection 202 Burwood Rd Hawthorn melbourne The Book includes an account of the 5th Battalion at Gallipoli and the Western Front in WWI, the inter-war years, and the 2/5th Battalion in WWII in Libya, Greece, Syria and New Guinea. Includes Roll of Honour for both World Wars and Honours and Awards. 5/6 RVR 5th Battalion 2/5th Ballalion BHQ Book Hard Cover with Dust Jacket 429 pages book of The History of the Victorian (1988) By Brigadier F.W. ...The Book includes an account of the 5th Battalion at Gallipoli and the Western Front in WWI, the inter-war years, and the 2/5th Battalion in WWII in Libya, Greece, Syria and New Guinea. Includes Roll of Honour for both World Wars and Honours and Awards.429 pages book of The History of the Victorian (1988) By Brigadier F.W. SpeedHard Cover with Dust Jacket5/6 rvr, 5th battalion, 2/5th ballalion, bhq, book -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental CollectionPhotograph - Stenning and McDermott
... Both Charles Stenning and Reg McDermott had WW11 service. Post-war both served with 8/13 VMR...8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection 4/19 Prince of Wales's Light Horse Simpson Barracks McLeod melbourne Both Charles Stenning and Reg McDermott had WW11 service. Post-war both served with 8/13 VMR military Buna Barracks Stenning McDermott Albury Colour photograph of two former officers of 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles: Colonel Charles Stenning and Major Reg McDermott following parade at Buna Barracks, Albury, 29 April 1990. ...Both Charles Stenning and Reg McDermott had WW11 service. Post-war both served with 8/13 VMRColour photograph of two former officers of 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles: Colonel Charles Stenning and Major Reg McDermott following parade at Buna Barracks, Albury, 29 April 1990.military, buna barracks, stenning, mcdermott, albury -
Wangaratta RSL Sub BranchWeapon - Dagger
... Australian personnel served in the middle east in both world wars. This object was likely brought home from Egypt or Palestine by a service member. ...Australian personnel served in the middle east in both world wars. This object was likely brought home from Egypt or Palestine by a service member. ...Middle Eastern dagger or letter opener. Australian personnel served in the middle east in both world wars. This object was likely brought home from Egypt or Palestine by a service member. Possibly a Janbiya, a dagger worn by arab men over the age of 14.WW1 Dagger with head of camel or horse's head in brown leather scabbard with metal tip and belt clip.Patterned leather and engraved metal with arabic inscription on bladedagger, arab, egypt, palestine, leather, horse, camel -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Clothing - German Belt Buckle, Early 20th century
... War One. The crest comes from Prussian heraldry and the motto, Gott Mit Uns (God with Us) was used by sections of the German military forces in both World War One and World War Two....War One. The crest comes from Prussian heraldry and the motto, Gott Mit Uns (God with Us) was used by sections of the German military forces in both World War One and World War Two. ...This is a German military buckle, believed to date from World War One. The crest comes from Prussian heraldry and the motto, Gott Mit Uns (God with Us) was used by sections of the German military forces in both World War One and World War Two.This item is of some interest as a World War One memento – in this case an accessory of a German military uniform of that era.This is metal belt buckle with a portion of a brown leather belt attached. The buckle has a circular decorative section featuring a crown, decorative leaves and lettering.Gott Mit Unswarrnambool, german military uniform accessories, world war one -
Orbost & District Historical Societytin, 1940's
... Cigarettes were a normal part of life during both World Wars and there was no attempt made to limit or stop soldiers from smoking. ...Cigarettes were a normal part of life during both World Wars and there was no attempt made to limit or stop soldiers from smoking. ...Moisture-proof wax vestas issued to A.I.F. troops during south-west Pacific campaign. Cigarettes were a normal part of life during both World Wars and there was no attempt made to limit or stop soldiers from smoking. In many cases it was actually encouraged.In WW1 there were almost no cigarette lighters available. Even in WW2 they were unusual. Matches were the normal way of creating fire. The wooden "safety" match that we know today was not in common use. Matches were made from wax and came in tins such as this item.Small rectangular iron alloy container with hinged cover. Base has a slightly recessed central section which has been perforated to enable the striking of matches. The cover has been painted with 'Bells Waterproof Wax Vestas' on a green or black ground. tin bell's-vestas smoking matches -
Lara RSL Sub Branchphotographs two covering scenes of Australian Soldiers from the Pacific during World War 2, Two photographs of scenes from the Pacific during World War 2 on a a4 paper sheet
... Two Photographs of Australian soldiers with scenes from the Pacific during World War 2. Both mounted on an A4 sheet with a small note on the top with a brief description....A4 sheet of paper with Two Photographs of Australian soldiers with scenes from the Pacific during World War 2. Both mounted on an A4 sheet with a small note on the top with a brief description....Two Photographs of Australian soldiers with scenes from the Pacific during World War 2. Both mounted on an A4 sheet with a small note on the top with a brief description. ...Australian Soldiers in Pacific during World War 2Record of Australian Soldiers on two photos of scenes in the Pacific during World War 2.Two Photographs of Australian soldiers with scenes from the Pacific during World War 2. Both mounted on an A4 sheet with a small note on the top with a brief description.A4 sheet of paper with Two Photographs of Australian soldiers with scenes from the Pacific during World War 2. Both mounted on an A4 sheet with a small note on the top with a brief description.australian soldiers, two photographs - black and white, a4 pape rsheet, a4 paper sheet
